Honestly, I think you've got one of the best budget tables out there. So my answer would be "no, I don't think it's possible to get a better table for less." The only other suggestion I could make would be something used for around what you've already spent, even then, you might have to search for a while to get a price that good. MMF-5, Rega P2/P3 or Goldring/NAD equivalents are all good candidates. I've heard all and I like them all for different reasons. Regas and their derivatives provide the most opportunities for upgrades, take a look at just how many upgrades there are for the Rega RB250 alone:
http://www.tonearm.co.uk/tonearm.htm
and that's just from one company....
I do really like the features of the MMF-5 though. The record clamp, adjustable VTA, nice plinth, etc. I think the modded Regas have a clear edge over the MMF-5 anyday, but the MMF-5 has it over a stock Rega.
http://www.tonearm.co.uk/tonearm.htm
and that's just from one company....
I do really like the features of the MMF-5 though. The record clamp, adjustable VTA, nice plinth, etc. I think the modded Regas have a clear edge over the MMF-5 anyday, but the MMF-5 has it over a stock Rega.